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Fine Art Print : A Vision of Steam Travel Without The Railways - White Chapel 1830 ( Alkens Illustrations of Modern Prophect)
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A Vision of Steam Travel Without The Railways - White Chapel 1830 ( Alkens Illustrations of Modern Prophect)
A satirical prediction of the evolution of steam-powered transport by Henry Alken, showing White Chapel Road taken over by a variety of vehicles, such as a bakers wife selling " hot bread" from a steam-powered bicycle, a large vehicle transporting several people " from Yarnton to London" while also housing a cafeteria, and a smaller type of automobile driven by a small boy, stacked full of people, and served by a cook. Black smoke is puffing out of all the engines dominates the scene
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Media ID 20347378
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the whimsical world of Henry Alken's "A Vision of Steam Travel Without The Railways - White Chapel 1830" from our Media Storehouse Fine Art Prints collection. This satirical masterpiece by Alkens, titled "Illustrations of Modern Prophecy," imaginatively depicts White Chapel Road overtaken by an array of steam-powered vehicles. Add a touch of historical humor and intrigue to your space with this exquisitely detailed and beautifully printed fine art print.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this print titled "A Vision of Steam Travel Without The Railways - White Chapel 1830" we are transported back in time to witness a satirical prediction of the evolution of steam-powered transport. Created by Henry Alken, this illustration showcases the bustling streets of White Chapel Road completely transformed by an array of innovative vehicles. The scene is filled with whimsical and imaginative contraptions that both amuse and astonish. A bakers wife stands proudly on her steam-powered bicycle, selling hot bread to eager customers. Nearby, a large vehicle designed for transportation from Yarnton to London captures attention as it doubles as a cafeteria, accommodating several people within its spacious interior. Amongst these larger machines, we spot a smaller automobile driven by a young boy. This compact vehicle appears overloaded with passengers while being skillfully maneuvered through the crowded streets. To everyone's delight, there is even a cook onboard ensuring that hunger pangs are satisfied during their journey. As if painting an image straight out of fantasy, black smoke billows from all engines present in the scene, creating an atmosphere dominated by the power and wonderment of steam technology. Alken's Illustrations of Modern Prophecy truly takes us on an enchanting journey into what could have been imagined as the future in 1830 – where creativity knows no bounds and everyday life intertwines seamlessly with technological advancements powered by steam.
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